‘Happy’ Times! 9 Reasons Why 2014 Is The Year Of Pharrell Williams

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'Happy' Times! 9 Reasons Why 2014 Is The Year Of Pharrell Williams

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1. Pharrell Williams Is Winning!

Pharrell owned the radio in 2013 with his appearance on Daft Punk’s song-of-the-summer “Get Lucky,” Robin Thicke’s chart killer “Blurred Lines,” and his own I-can’t-get-it-out-of-my-head hit “Happy.” Although he enjoyed mega success last year, it has nothing on the complete music, fashion and television domination he’s experiencing in 2014.

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2. 'The Voice' Taps A New Coach

NBC was “Happy” to announce that Pharrell will join the singing competition show as a coach on the upcoming season, replacing popular judge and “The Voice” original Cee-Lo Green. "Okay, we can OFFICIALLY say it! WE ARE SO #HAPPY to announce PHARRELL WILLIAMS = #NewVoiceCoach for SEASON 7," the network tweeted.

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3. Adidas Gets Lucky

Pharrell’s winning ways continued with his new Adidas partnership. The fashion mogul signed on to design a line of apparel and sneakers for the brand, set to release this coming summer. “It’s an amazing opportunity to work with creative people who understand where I’m coming from and respect my taste while having access to great technology and an amazing brand history,” he said. http://bit.ly/1hulKgS

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4. A Star-Studded Oscar Perfomance

The Virginia Beach native was not only was nominated for Best Original Song at this year’s Academy Awards, he took to the stage with a stellar performance of his massive hit “Happy.” He even initiated an impromptu little boogie with Lupita Nyong’o!

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5. ‘Happy' Continues Global Domination

With over a million copies sold, this chart-topping anthem has dominated the Billboard Hot 100 and charts in 23 other countries. In a recent interview with GQ, Pharrell said all of his new music has a purpose. “I didn't know what happiness was,” he said of material on his first album 2006’s “In My Mind.” “My definition of happiness was based on what my peers quantified as happiness: boats—you know, material stuff.”

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6. He's Hot With Or Without His Famous Friends

After nearly 10 years of producing songs for others artists as Beyonce, Jay Z and Justin Timberlake, the mega producer finally dropped his second studio album, titled "G I R L." Billboard described it as “a relentlessly positive and unselfconsciously joyful tour de force.” http://bit.ly/1i9oM89

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7. His Grammy-Winning Formula

Pha-real, as Jay Z likes to call him, took home four Grammy awards at this year’s ceremony. His biggest award, Producer of the Year, confirmed what we already knew.

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8. He Doesn’t Look A Day Past 30

With this skin, perfect hairline and smile, it’s hard to believe that Pharrell is 40 years old! The man doesn’t age!

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9. Who Doesn't Love A Trendsetter?

Why follow trends when you can make one? That’s Pharrell’s motto. He pioneered the buffalo hat and we can’t wait to see what new look he debuts next.

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10. Happy Wife, Happy Life

Pharrell and his model wife Helen Lasichanh tied the knot in 2013, and this year looks like one big honeymoon for the happy couple. They are side-by-side at every red carpet event, including the Oscars and Grammy Awards. The lovebirds also have a 5-year-old son, named Rocket Man Williams.